Optimistic statement29 May 2020 19:40
Now environment minister George Eustice has confirmed food and drink venues like pubs and restaurants are likely to be able to reopen outdoor spaces first. It was not made clear whether a similar easing would also apply to Britain’s cafes with outdoor spaces.
He told Sky News on Friday morning: “The hospitality sector and some of those other ticketed venues, in particular cinemas and in particular theatres, restaurants and pubs, will face a challenge getting back in to operation.
“And that is why we won’t be loosening the restrictions on them until at least July and even then it is likely that in the case of pubs and restaurants it will begin with beer gardens and outdoor areas only.”